Posted: September 26th, 2017

The nurse prepares discharge instructions for a male client following cryosurgery for the treatment of a malignant skin lesion. Which of the following should the nurse include in the instruction?

The nurse prepares discharge instructions for a male client following cryosurgery for the treatment of a malignant skin lesion. Which of the following should the nurse include in the instruction?

A. Avoid showering for 7 to 10 days
B. Apply ice to the site to prevent discomfort
C. Apply alcohol-soaked dressing twice a day
D. Clean the site with hydrogen peroxide to prevent infection